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Yes, I totally agree that he writes VERY realistically. My point was kind of from a literary standpoint, a lot of lit. junkies don't believe in the supernatural, and yet THEY are the ones that laud Dickens for his realism. I have always wondered how he gets away with the sticky-sweet morals in his stories...and does it with style! They're SO real. (I also love the part where the baby was thought to have swallowed the toy turkey...brilliant! 
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Dickens is sort of like a good actor, he believes in what he writes, just like a good actor believes in his character. It might be fantastic, but we believe it because he believes it. One of the things I adore about Dickens is his portrayal of the poor. He gives the poor dignity, and while some of his poor are wretches (like the people selling Scrooge's things) many of his poor are imbued with honor (like the Cratchitts, and good Joe Gargery in Great Expectations).
I'm not sure if you made the point or not, I should think bird watching is somewhat distracting.
I'm not sure if you made the point or not, I should think bird watching is somewhat distracting.
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Hopefully, we will have a book club here in the future, if you are interested. I thought we would canvass suggestions from interested parties and then we can read and discuss. I read on the Modesty thread that you may not be around long. If you have time from school and other obligations, you might want to read with us. I don't know if you like reading a lot, but I always enjoy reading and talking to someone about what I've read. Joy is doubled when shared by two- or something like that.
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I love reading But yes, I might be stepping out again. It all depends on some stuff going on in life right now.
But yes, I might be stepping out again. It all depends on some stuff going on in life right now.
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Alright, hopefully this book club idea is something that will take off. I hope it will work and be around for a while. And, I hope all will go well with you. God bless you, and thank you for your comments tonight. I love meeting fellow Dickens enthusiasts. I'm kind of a fan (in case you can't tell, lol). I liked all the things you had to say, it is kind of strange how Dickens can be fantastic and realistic at once.